Podcast Episode 33: 2023 Investment Review and 2024 Outlook

by Financial Design Studio, Inc. / December 26, 2023

At year end we always review market performance with our clients. In this episode, Rob Stoll, our Chief Investment Officer, shares his 2023 investment review, thoughts on the Federal Reserve meeting, and predictions for what 2024 might bring. 

Rob Stoll, CFP®, CFA; and Michelle Smalenberger, CFP®

Behind the Designs Ep. 33: 2023 Investment Review and 2024 Outlook

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Key Moments

1:11 What happened in 2023?

9:38 Our mindset as financial advisors and asset managers

13:09 What happened at the Federal Reserve Meeting?

21:04 What changes if interest rates go down?

23:34 What does a 2024 bullish year look like?

25:34 What does a 2024 bearish year look like?

32:26 Why did the Fed pivot?

40:42 How does this change impact your time horizon?

47:33 Final thoughts

Links for 2023 Investment Review and 2024 Market Outlook

Triumph of the Optimists” by Elroy Dimson, Paul Marsh, and Mike Staunton.

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Credits for Episode 33

Executive Producer : Anna Lewis

Host : Michelle Smalenberger, CFP®

Guests : Rob Stoll, CFP®, CFA

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We are financial advisors in Deer Park and Barrington, IL. A team with a passion for helping others design a path to financial success — whatever success means for you. Each of our unique insights fit together to create broad expertise, complete roadmaps, and creative solutions. We have seen the power of having a financial plan, and adjusting that plan to life. The result? Freedom from worrying about the future so you can enjoy today.